This home was lovely with gorgeous views. We cooked dinner 2 nights and used the grill. Only issue was the kitchen/family room AC was not working and was reported to the property management company. We could run the fan, but it was warm while making dinner. Both bedrooms with AC were working great and no complaints there. The house was stocked with plenty of dishes, storage containers and pots and pans which was great. We also appreciated the basic pantry staples of seasonings and cooking sprays/oils. We enjoyed our stay and would definetly stay here again.

Enjoyed our stay. The water was beautiful. Saw turtles every day. The AC works for real, which is a nice touch for sure.

Property was better than the listing described. The house was amazing, the view from the lenai was even better. I wish we had stayed longer. Communication with property management was responsive and timely. We can’t wait to get away from it all again and stay here.

First, this property is amazing. Front start to finish, the renters were easy to work with and provided an enormous amount of information for our stay. Second, the home itself was spotless, easy to maneuver in and the kitchen well stocked with whatever we needed. The views speak for themselves. We spent most of our time sitting outside by the lava rocks or on the veranda in the Adirondack chairs just looking out over the ocean and up and down the coast. We did not find a ton of options on this side of the Island that suited our needs (we needed AC) and wanted the view - the place had both. Needless to say, our time was relaxing and thoroughly enjoyed. We would 100% recommend this property to anyone looking for an A+ option in the Hilo area. A note about the rental company. We lost our key hiking on the Saturday of our stay. I called Amber and she immediately got back to me with a plan to get us another set of keys. They really went above and beyond considering it was my mistake. I would also highly recommend dealing with Amber and Terry for any real estate/rental needs on the Island.

Stunning views! Immaculate home. Quiet neighborhood. Would love to return!

Excellent property, exactly as described. Nice, quiet neighborhood. Comfortable house. Excellent beds. The only negative is IF you are a late sleeper, the master bedroom has no shades (opens to the water so plenty of privacy) and the early morning sun comes in directly. Other bedroom, very comfortable, is very dark. Definitely will stay again next time in Hilo.

We had a great time here! The house was clean and well maintained. The views are amazing. We were able to see sea turtles, dolphins, and whales from the house. Quiet, peaceful, and private. Just what we needed!

The house is beautiful in a quiet neighborhood. We spent many hours sitting on the well situated lanai. Incredible sunrises and while we were here there was a full moon sparkling on the waters. A perfect Hawaiian vacation!

If you are looking for a quiet, private get away, this is perfect. The house is beautifully appointed and the ocean waves can be heard all night long.

I recommend this beach house for adults who wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist sections of Kona and Hilo. Located in a very nice area right on the coast, so it is lovely to sit out on the back porch and watch the ocean both in the morning and just prior to sunset

The views of Hale Hale'ai are hard to beat. We saw whales from the comfort of the lanai! The house is immaculately clean and the check in/out process is painless.

The best vacation rental we have ever had. Immaculate. Great home, great view 50' from the ocean. I highly recommend this vacation rental.

We have a 15yr history of staying with VRBO properties and have never had a bad experienced until Hawaiian Paradise Park. Terry is a realtor, not a property host. With that he is more interested in keeping his property in pristine condition than hosting visitors. Terry has surveillance cameras around the property to ensure guests are behaving. VRBO surveillance policies explicitly state that these are allowed as long as they are NOT pointed to areas of privacy (bathrooms, bedrooms) and that the on-property instruction book has a diagram of where the cameras are recording. Neither of these policies is being followed. The camera lens outside of the master bedroom is pointing directly in thru the window at the master bed and there are no blinds or shades to offer you any privacy. Per VRBO policy, we contacted VRBO and was asked to wait onsite while they investigated. We then left the next morning for a hotel and as directed by VRBO filed a report with the police. If Terry continues to rent this property out, the police recommended that he install blinds in the master bedroom as well as the entire length of the lanai window doors. Until then, if you do decide to stay here, please put up towels yourself in the master bedroom window to avoid having your privacy stolen from you like we did.

Such a peaceful stay with beautiful sunrises and wonderful moon rises! House is very well equipped especially if you like to cook. Great place to unwind and recharge!

From the moment we pulled in the driveway we knew this place was so special! The yard is a tropical paradise with beautiful plants. Wonderful cliff top ocean views and sunrises coming through the glass doors each morning - we used this as our alarm clock so we could get our activities in before it was too hot in the afternoon! This house is in a residential area - not a touristy spot so it is a little quieter which is what we preferred. This served as a perfect ‘home base’ for us to explore the big island but come home to the peace and tranquility of coqui frogs at night and lots of interesting birds. The house is well appointed and had everything needed for cooking, and we very much appreciated being able to do a load of laundry before heading to the next island. The bed was super comfy - I have never slept so soundly away from my own bed. The pool was an awesome bonus especially after a HOT day of hiking at Volcanoes National Park. We didn’t see any spinner dolphins during our stay - but we were also silly and didn’t find the binoculars in the tv cabinet until the final evening! Terry was super responsive and helpful with restaurant and activity suggestions. We loved every moment we spent here and hope to visit again someday. Mahalo! A hui hou.

I can't say enough good things about this property. For our trip we spent time on Oahu, Maui, and Big Island. This was by far our favorite property. This wonderful home is on a beautifully landscaped lot. The home itself is beautiful, very well equipped, and exceptionally clean. The lava cliffs with crashing waves provide a welcome view and background noise. I was a little worried about the safety of the location prior to arrival when we were informed to always keep the gate and house locked up but never once did we feel like safety was an issue here. The surrounding area is very nice. The absolute only suggestion I would have for the property owners would be to install an automatic gate opener with keypad for entry vs having to get out and manually open the lock/cable and gate. Terry is a great property manager and responds quickly to all inquiries. The owners have done themselves a favor by letting Terry manage this property.

We had a lovely stay - this is a fantastic home in a stunning oceanside setting.

From the moment I stepped inside the home, I felt at home! The beds were so comfortable! The house decor is modern and so pretty! I would definitely come back & rent this home again!

Fantastic property with a great location to explore the East side of the Big Island. The sights and sounds of the ocean from the house make it a spot to relax and enjoy vacation time. Loved the upscale decor and furnishings of the house that made it a luxury Hawaiian home. Would highly recommend for anyone looking to truly relax, disconnect from a hectic world and enjoy Hawaii.

This house was beautiful and comfortable inside, but the lanai and views outside were even better. It was hard to tear ourselves away! Sunrise on the lanai with a cup of coffee in hand cannot be denied! You will have a 30 minute drive to Hilo and it’s many attractions, but you will also be relatively close to Volcanoes park. It’s a good location for doing lots of things. The house was very clean, everything worked, and the beds were very comfortable. The directions from the host worked perfectly for getting in and out. Bonus: Nene wandering around in the neighborhood. Note: waze gets confused easily in the neighborhood, but you don’t really need it as there are only a couple of roads that you learn quickly.

This home is located on a lava bluff overlooking the ocean. While there is no ocean access there, the sound of the surf and the ocean breezes were very nice. The glass wall that retracts to open the entire end of the house to the sea was a special treat. The house was modern, clean, well equipped, roomy and had high-end finishes. Having air conditioning was also nice to cool it off when the trade winds weren't quite enough. Convenient to Volcano National Park, Hilo, the beaches and sites on the east side of Hawaii island it was a pleasure to spend time there.

This home was exceptionally clean. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything you would need to prepare gourmet meals, and everything else in the home—bathroom fixtures, lighting, furniture, amenities—was top notch. As you can tell, we loved our stay! Renters should be aware though, that while this home is perfectly located to enjoy the sights and sounds of the ocean there is no beach/water access. The owner makes this clear, so there should be no ambiguity on this point. Also, if you love Thai food be sure to check out Ning's in nearby Pahoa. You won't be disappointed! Finally, If you want to get away from it all, and experience luxury in "real" Hawaii, this is the place!

Beautiful property right on the ocean. The pictures don't do it justice! The large sliding doors are the best feature as you can open and let the sounds and smells of the sea flow into the house. We sat on the lanai each morning with our coffee and watch the sun poke through the rain clouds. I also found it to be a great place to catch up on some reading. We found the house to be extremely clean and the everything was in working order. Beds and linens were very comfortable. This house is a little bit of a drive from Keaau or Pahoa, but that was fine for us as we wanted something that would have that feeling of being isolated and able to disconnect and run at a slower pace.

They say about real property the three things that matter are location, location, and location. This property is in a spectacular location, but that is just the beginning of what makes this special. It has sliding windows across the panoramic view of the ocean that (other than during a monsoon day or two) we always kept open just to take in the rhythms of the waves. The master bedroom opens up on that, so we awake each morning to the sunrise. There are two more bedrooms and three more toilets, all perfectly appointed. The level of organization that Terry has put into the space is mind-blowing, with drawer arrangements that inspired me to re-examine my kitchen at home and idiot proofing to ensure that the place stays pristine. The furniture and art is more than tasteful. This is just a first class place to spend time. I gave a little thought to what might improve the experience and could only come up with an automatic gate when you drive in and out. The manual process of locking and unlocking is out of step with the class that everything else on the premises exudes. If that hasn’t changed when next I return, however, I won’t be upset.

This is a great place to kick back and relax. We spent three days here and there was no need to go anywhere. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need. Sitting on the lanai watching and feeling the rumble of the waves was an experience we will never forget. The pool was a great touch as well.

This tucked away property was perfection. Extremely well appointed and so clean! It’s the first property in Hawaii we didn’t see a cockroach! A lot of thought and care went into this property and it’s amenities. While tucked away, it is still an easy drive to Hilo or Volcano National Park. It was easy to feel like you’re alone on the island. A group of five fit perfectly! We enjoyed our mornings watching the sun come up and seeing whales most every day. We will not hesitate to book this property again!

Great location, on the water in a quiet residential neighborhood. The entire front of the home has sliding glass doors that can be opened to catch the breeze and sound of the sea. The home is well laid out and very comfortable. The furnishings are top notch and very comfortable. The kitchen is well designed and very functional with new appliances. Cooking and serving utensils are top notch. Bathrooms are also good. Grounds are tidy and well maintained. Very good air conditioning that we hardly used. The owner was smart and kind enough to label light switches, small touch but very helpful in an unfamiliar home. We had a great stay... it was just what we wanted, If you want a party scene, it may not be for you. Also, no beach (that I know of) that you can walk to. But, if you're here, you must have a car and can get to abeach, etc.

Amazing property! Can’t say enough good things about the location. It’s within 20 mins of Hilo and within an easy 45 min drive to the Volcano’s National Park. Wouldn’t think twice about staying here again!!

The property is as beautiful and pristine as it looks in the pictures. The reason why I dropped a star was because there are no blinds or curtains on the floor-to-ceiling windows in the master bedroom, which means you have zero privacy in the bedroom if you are sharing the house with other guests. Also, while watching the sunrise in bed was lovely, I did not want to wake up with the sunrise every day, and I would have liked a way to stop the sun shining in my eyes first thing in the morning. When I asked the property manager about whether there were curtains/blinds for the bedroom, my request was dismissed, basically saying that the ocean view was the priority. As if curtains/blinds are not designed to be easily opened to allow ocean views. If you are an early riser, and planning a solo trip or with your significant other, this will be a good choice.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the dolphin house. The home and view were amazing. Being right on the water and listening to the waves was a dream come true for me. The only thing that would have been better was a shorter drive to Hilo! I would stay here again

Suggestions would be shades for master bedroom, and something out back to help control mesquitos.

The views from this house are spectacular. Sitting outside on the lanai with coffee, looking out to the ocean was amazing.This house had everything we needed. The kitchen is the best equipped in any rental I’ve stayed in. There aren’t a lot of restaurants so we stayed in most nights and cooked. We got everything we needed at Malama Market in Pahoa and the farmers market.I would definitely stay here again!